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reticle

reticle

1 9.5
A pattern of fine lines or dots in an eyepiece that helps you aim and measure
  • noun
  • /ˈrɛtɪkəl/
  • Specialized
translation icon : retículo
  • Once a reticle has been fabricated, it can be measured for accuracy on a metrology tool.
  • reticle and wafer
  • reticle subfield
  • reticle and wafer stage

But I like the single dot with a circle reticle around it.

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Examples

  • To improve accuracy, the sniper adjusted his scope's reticle to match the distance to the target.

  • I've got the target back in the reticle.

  • But I like the single dot with a circle reticle around it.

  • Learn the maps to keep your reticle at headshot level.

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  • And with every shot, he's taught to visualise the base of a man's skull through his reticle.

  • The scientist aligned the telescope by ensuring the target was centered in the reticle.

  • When using the binoculars, it is important to check that the reticle is clearly visible for precise focus.

Synonyms

crosshair
vsreticle
11 4.1

A small set of lines on a sight or screen that shows the exact point to aim at

is broader, serving measurement and alignment across the eyepiece
reticule
vsreticle
  • Specialized
1 9.9

A set of fine lines in an eyepiece that help aim and measure

is the modern spelling of the same network
graticule
vsreticle
  • Specialized
9.9

A set of small lines or crosshairs in an instrument's eyepiece that helps you measure and aim

is the general term for such alignment networks in eyepieces
crosshairs
vsreticle
4.4

Thin lines in a scope or camera view that show where you aim

is the full network used for measurement, not only a simple aim mark
cross hair
vsreticle
  • Specialized
5.5

Fine crossing lines in a sight or microscope used to aim

is the wider network of lines for measurement and alignment
cross wire
vsreticle
  • Specialized
7.7

Thin crossed lines in devices like a telescope or microscope that help you aim

is the more general eyepiece grid used for measurement and positioning

How Precise

reseau
  • Specialized
9.9
reticle
  • Specialized
1 9.5
grid
69 3.4

Surface Forms

reticle singular
reticles plural

Etymology

The word reticle comes from the Latin reticulum, meaning 'small net'. Think of the fine lines and dots as a tiny 'net' in the eyepiece that helps you 'line up' a target and measure carefully, which is why a reticle helps with aiming and precise measurement.